Category: Pakistan Affairs | Last updated: 2026-09-18

Which of the following is considered a significant factor contributing to the frequent stagnation and infrequent summit meetings of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?

A) The overwhelming economic dominance of Bangladesh within the bloc.
B) A lack of interest from major non-regional global powers in SAARC's activities.
C) Persistent bilateral disputes, particularly between India and Pakistan.
D) The absence of a common official language among member states.

Explanation

Bilateral tensions and unresolved disputes, predominantly between India and Pakistan, have consistently hampered the SAARC process, leading to postponed summits and hindering effective regional cooperation.

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